Justice and Community SafetyACT Corrective ServicesOperational SupportPolicy and Risk Management Senior Policy Officer Administrative Services Officer Class 6Salary Range: $97,182 - $110,708 (PN: 43036, Several)
ACT Corrective Services (ACTCS) is seeking applications from experienced and highly motivated people to fill the position of Senior Policy Officer (ASO6) within the Operational Support Unit.
The successful applicant will be responsible for developing strategic and operational policy, frameworks and other related documents, in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
You will also contribute to briefs, reports, correspondence, speeches and other vehicles of policy advice on policy issues, the application and interpretation of relevant legislation and recommendations relating to policy.
In addition, you will provide advice, guidance, and direction in relation to policy and procedural practice, interpretation and governance, with particular regard to diversity lenses that consider groups with increased vulnerability in justice and correctional settings.
Further to this, you will review and enhance policies, procedures and/or legislation through consultation with stakeholders and undertake external research for the identification of best practice related to policy.
To be successful in the role, you will be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a solutions-oriented approach, in addition to strong attention to detail and the ability to write complex workplace documents.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply. In addition, reasonable adjustments can be made.
Eligibility/Other requirements:- People who identify as or have lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQI+ or other Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Prior experience in human services policy development, corrective services, or relevant qualifications in social sciences would be an advantage.
- The successful candidate will be required to undergo a criminal record check.
Notes: There are two vacancies to be filled, one permanent position and one temporary position available immediately for a period of six months.
How to Apply: For further information, please visit
www.jobs.act.gov.auContact Officer: Hannah Cheney (02) 6207 2132
Hannah.Cheney@act.gov.auApplications Close: 11 September 2024
